Fern’s POV
There is no way that Juniper is rushing off for some forgotten contract deadline. Something upset her, or someone. As much as I would like to assume it was Elliot, the panic in her eyes tells a different story. What on earth could have made her be in such a state.
“What do you think really happened?” Hunters question brings me out of my spiraling thoughts.
“I don’t know, but if it has anything to do with Elliot you won’t need to investigate, I’ll take care of him myself.” Hunters dark laugh makes me smile knowing he will always have Juniper’s back.
I look over the potluck table and realize that my parents must have arrived, as I recognize my mom’s famous pomegranate and fennel roasted chicken. Juniper is going to be mad she missed it, she looks forward to it all ye
